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Mark Wahlberg teams up with Best Friend's Animal Society to promote pet adoption
Having a pet is one of life’s greatest gifts, and Best Friend’s Animal Society is on a mission to promote animal adoption across the country by teaming up with Mark Wahlberg and his new film “Arthur the King.”
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‘He's my guy': Senior dog gets adopted after spending more than 400 days at shelter
Ziggy, a 9-year-old black and white boxer mix, was adopted from the Miami-Dade Pet Adoption and Protection Center.
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Fetch some fun: How to choose the ‘paw-fect' day care for your dog
For busy pup parents, dog day care can be a life-saver.
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Big Dogs Deserve Love Too: Debunking Common Misconceptions Around Large Breeds
Finding the ideal dog is less about size, and more about personality and lifestyle.
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Fueling Their Future: The Incredible Impact of Prioritizing Pet Nutrition
For our furry companions, meals are so much more than food. Learn how consistent, science-led nutrition helps support successful pet parenting, adoption, and bonding.
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Can pets talk to humans? Pet psychics say ‘yes'
Animal communicator Alexandra Fleder explains her work as a “pet psychic” and discusses the common misconceptions regarding her work with animals.
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3 plants to avoid to keep your dogs and cats safe
Many houseplants are toxic to animals, and some can have lethal consequences if your dog or cat consumes them. Here are some plant species to steer clear from.
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What to consider when adopting a dog, according to an animal communicator
Animal communicator and author Lydia Hiby gives potential dog adopters tips on what to consider before entering the shelter.
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Adoptable Dogs Need Urgent Help
Oakland Animal Services Shelter is beyond capacity and asking for urgent adoptions. If no suitable placement is found, pets are scheduled to be euthanized as early as Tuesday, June 27. If you are a 501(c)(3) rescue organization who can commit to taking any of these dogs into your program, please reach out to oastransfers@oaklandca.gov. If you are interested in adopting,...
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Animal shelters across the Bay Area struggling with overcrowding
Animal shelters across the Bay Area are bursting at the seams. Some are so overcrowded, they’re offering dogs for free. And on top of that, it’s kitten season.
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Family Who Saw NJ Puppy Abandoned at Airport 1,000 Miles From Home Adopts Her
An adorable 1-year-old pup whose New Jersey owner allegedly tied her up outside an airport 1,000 miles from home — and then left her there as he flew back to the East Coast — has been adopted by a family who spotted her the same day she was abandoned, the animal rescue group that took her in announced Thursday. The…
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South Bay Animal Shelters at Capacity
An animal shelter in San Martin is well over capacity and just running out of room. It’s not unique to the shelter, it’s happening all over the Bay Area. NBC Bay Area’s Jessica Aguirre spoke to Lisa Jenkins, program manager at the County of Santa Clara Animal Care and Control, for some insight.
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2 Tips for Adopting a Furry Pet — Even If You Have Allergies
Hoping to adopt a furry companion, but not sure if they’ll trigger your allergies? Try these tips from an allergist before making a decision.